ROSQUILLOS FESTIVAL

  Title: The Sweet Celebration of Liloan’s Rosquillos Festival  In the charming town of Liloan, Cebu, a delightful tradition celebrates a humble yet iconic Filipino snack: the rosquillo. Every May, locals gather to honor this beloved ring-shaped cookie with the Rosquillos Festival, a lively and mouth-watering celebration that showcases Liloan's culinary pride and heritage. But the Rosquillos Festival is more than just a food fair; it’s a unique way for Liloan to celebrate community, culture, and creativity. --- The Origin and History of the Rosquillos The rosquillo, a soft and crumbly biscuit with a signature flower-shaped hole in the center, was first created in 1907 by Margarita “Titay” Frasco, a local baker from Liloan. What started as a homemade treat soon gained popularity across the country, putting Liloan on the map as the birthplace of the rosquillo. Named after the Spanish word for “ringlet,” rosquillos quickly became a part of Cebuano culture and a source of pride...